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MSc / PG Diploma Remote Sensing and GIS

This course is for graduates who wish to develop their knowledge of the principles and applications of remote sensing (RS) and geographical information systems (GIS) to solve many

real-world problems. RS and GIS become key technology tools for the collection, storage and analysis of spatially referenced data. Industries that utilise these spatial technologies include

agriculture, forestry, mining, market research, natural resources management, environmental analysis including natural hazards as well as the social and medical science etc. The course focuses on collection, management and analysis of spatial data, and the development of technical and professional skills that can be used in the workplace or in research.

The programme consists of both core and optional elements. Core topics include: ArcGIS, ArcView and ERDAS Imagine software training; applications of very high spatial resolution

remote sensing project, working with a research or industrial partner.

The course will allow you to integrate GIS skills with the power of satellite remote sensing and develop applied vocational and professional skills relevant to work or research. You will be able to work with tutors who have international research profi les in GIS and remote sensing, and the course offers environmentallyoriented training in GIS, which is unique in Sri Lanka

MSc and PG Diploma course structure provides considerable fl exibility allowing students to quickly gain the GIS and RS knowledge and qualifi cations they need today, and to add to

their credentials at a later date if necessary. Students develop capacity for independent research, problem analysis and solution.

The Modules:

Compulsory:

• Fundamentals of RS

• RS Platforms and Sensors

• Photogrammetry and Mapping

• Introduction to Digital Image Processing

• Introduction to Earth Resources Engineering

• Fundamentals of GIS

• GPS Technology and Navigation

• Advanced RS and Digital Image Processing

• Introduction to Programming and Database System

• Spatial Database System and Modeling

• Seminar on Applications of RS and GIS (Mini Project)

• Advanced Geoinformatics

Optional:

• RS and GIS Applications in Environmental Analysis

• RS and GIS Applications in Natural Disaster Management

• RS and GIS Applications in Geosciences

• RS and GIS Applications in Water and Natural Resources Management

• RS and GIS Applications in Oceanography

• Web GIS MSc Project

Entry Requirements:

• The Degree of Bachelor of the Science in Engineering of the University of Moratuwa, Sri Lanka;

OR

• Any other degree in a relevant field with two years of field experience where both the relevance and the experience are determined by the Faculty and approved by the Senate of the University of Moratuwa, Sri Lanka.